Dasamoolarishtam (Dashmularishta) Benefits, Uses & Dosage

Dasamoolarishtam (also spelled as Dashmularishta or Dashmoolarishta) is an ayurvedic liquid medicine used as health tonic and pain reliever. It contains 3 to 7% self-generating alcohol because it is prepared through the fermentation of herbs. It provides vitality and reduces weakness. It is also very beneficial for women disorders and helps women to keep optimum health. In women, it is commonly used after delivery for the prevention of postpartum problems including infectious diseases of uterus, bladder and kidneys, backache, fatigue, pain of perineal area, excess discharge, Postpartum depression, sluggish uterus, swollen breasts etc. It also provides strength to muscles, bones and ligaments and improves immunity. Due to this reason, it becomes famous for women in India and it becomes a common remedy for postpartum problems.

Ingredients

Dashmool (Ten roots) are combination of 10 herbs. These 10 roots are main ingredients of Dasamoolarishtam (Dashmularishta). Here is its list.

Dashmularishta Uses & Benefits

Dasamoolarishtam (Dashmoolarishta) is beneficial in all above diseases. According to ayurveda, it pacifies VATA and provides strength to the body. It also detoxifies uterus and removes toxins. Therefore, it is generally used immediately after delivery. Now, we discuss about some important medicinal uses and benefits of Dasamoolarishtam.

Use of Dasamoolarishtam in Postpartum period

In ayurveda, Dasamoolarishtam is an important medicine used in the management of all postpartum complications. Its regular use after delivery has following benefits.

Loss of appetite: In most cases, loss of appetite and indigestion occur after delivery. Due to its digestive stimulant property, Dashmularishta improves appetite and helps treating indigestion in postpartum period.

Postpartum Fever: Some women also suffer from fever, which can be low-grade and high grade. Dasamoolarishtam is beneficial in both types. In acute fever, Dashmularishta helps fighting off infectious microbes and decreases the intensity of symptoms such as restlessness, headache, discharges, pain, etc. Please note patient may require other medicines to fight off the infection. Nowadays, antibiotics are used. In ancient India, dasamoolarishtam and madhurantak vati, praval pishti were only available options.

Postpartum diarrhoea and IBS: However, it is very rare, but some women develop diarrhoea or IBS after delivery. In such condition, Dasamoolarishtam alone can help due to its mild astringent action.

Physical weakness: Dasamoolarishtam contains some herbs, which provides vitality and improves physical strength. After a huge physical exhaustion during the delivery, it provides relief from pain, physical stress and supports joints, muscles and ligaments.

Low backache after delivery: Many women have low backache after delivery. In some cases, back stiffness is also associated. In such condition, Dasamoolarishtam along with Ashwagandha extract is more beneficial.

Improves Immunity: Dashmoolarishta also improves immunity due to presence of some immunomodulator herbs. If it is started immediately after delivery, it reduces about 90% health problems that may occur in postpartum period or thereafter.

Recurrent Miscarriage

According to ayurveda, recurrent miscarriage occurs due to inability of uterus to implant the embryo properly. It occurs due to weakness of uterine muscles. Many doctors and patients experience there is no visible or reportable cause of recurrent miscarriages in many women. All reports are normal. In such case, the above cause is most appropriate. In such case, the following combination with Dasamoolarishtam helps well.

Note: The above formulation includes Ashwagandha Powder, which can increase weight in some women. It is very good for lean women. However, taking Ashwagandha is very important to cure recurrent miscarriage. If you already overweight, then you can decrease its quantity to 500 mg twice a day.

Physical debility due to chronic Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

However, Dasamoolarishtam is not a potent medicine for IBS, but it improves appetite, reduces bloating and provides strength to the body. Many patients with IBS experience weakness. In such condition, Dashmularishta is more beneficial.

Male infertility due to pus in seminal fluid

Men having pus in seminal fluid can take advantages from the Dasamoolarishtam. Triphala is another remedy of this condition. For more beneficial results, both one should use both together. In chronic and obstinate cases, Rajat Bhasma becomes essential. It is prepared from the silver metal.

Persistent cough

Dasamoolarishtam is useful in cases of persistent cough in which dry cough attacks occur and it subsides after a few sputum expulsions. In ayurveda, this type of cough is called as VATAJ KASHA. In such condition, Dashmoolarishta should be given in dosage of 10 ml after every 2 hours until the cough subsides completely.

Osteoporosis

According to ayurveda, Osteoporosis occurs due to excess VATA and VATA aggravation in the bones. Dasamoolarishtam is drug of choice for VATA aggravation. Therefore, it is beneficial in Osteoporosis, but patient also require other medicines including Laxadi Guggulu and other calcium and mineral supplements.

Dashmularishta Dosage

Dasamoolarishtam

20 ml or 4 tsp. with equal amount of water immediately after meal

The maximum daily dosage of Dashmoolarishta is 60 ml.

Caution & Side Effects

Dasamoolarishtam is POSSIBLY SAFE & WELL-TOLERATED in most people. There are no side effects reported with it. It is also POSSIBLY SAFE in breastfeeding because it increases breast milk supply.

Contraindications

However, Dashmularishta has some contraindications and if it is used in such conditions, it may worsen the problem. Here are its contraindications.

Mouth ulcer

Burning sensation in abdomen

Heartburn

Excessive thirst

Diarrhea with burning sensation

In all above symptoms, you should not use Dashmoolarishta. In such cases, the best alternative is Jeerakarishtam. It provides almost similar benefits in people with these symptoms.

FAQs about Dashmoolarishta

Does dashmulsrishtam have an expiry?

According to ancient literature, all types of Arishta and Asava including Dashmularishta are best when they are old and do not have any expiry. However, nowadays, the expiry date is mentioned on many Arishta and Asava formulations, which can vary from 5 to 10 years.

Can prolonged use of Dashmoolarishta cause damage to the liver?

No, Dashmoolarishta does not cause any liver damage. It is a safe formulation for the liver. Actually, most of its ingredients are likely to improve the liver functions.

How long can we take Dashmoolarishta?

There is no specified duration for the use of Dashmoolarishta. Generally, minimum recommended duration of treatment with it is about 3 to 6 months. It is also safe to use for a longer duration under the supervision of an ayurvedic physician.

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Dr. Jagdev Singh (B.A.M.S., M. Sc. in Medicinal Plants) is a Licensed Ayurvedic Practitioner under Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) Act India and Board of Ayurvedic and Unani Medicine, Chandigarh since 2010. He is running his ‘Ayurveda Clinic’ in Rupnagar, Punjab, India.

He has successfully treated thousands of patients with Ayurvedic Medicine and Ayurvedic Diet. Ayur Times is an initiative of his efforts to bring quality information on Indian Medicine with the highest level of relevancy and scientific evidence.

Most of women gain weight after giving birth to child. You have written Dashmoolarishta should be used after pregnancy and explained its benefits. My question is – Does Dashmularishta can be used for weight loss? Does it help to prevent weight gain after pregnancy?

I already have mouth ulcer .. its mentioned in contraindications that not to be taken during mouth ulcer … But i have this mouth ulcer even before i start taking this .. what should i do ?? …take the medicine aftr the mouth ulcer gets cured or to start taking the medicine for now on ??

Shilpa says 1 year ago

My baby has has got some small rashes and flaky scalp doctor told its due to dryness. Will me taking dashmoolarishta help him? What quantity do u suggest?

Pooja says 6 months ago

This is my first time on this site. I am 36yrs old and I have a daughter of 6yrs.From some months I am having menstrual problems. Can I take dashmoolarisht or Ashokarisht to reduce the problem or I can take both? If there are not any issues in taking both.
Can I take dashmoolarisht and ashokarisht together, if there is no any side effects.

First, the patient was taking very high dosage of Dashamoolarishtam (120 to 150 ml four times a day), which is not suggestible. So, the patient was taking around 40 ml alcohol a day from this medicine. Over-dosage of everything is always bad.

Second, the patient was also consuming pineapple juice that contains high amount of pesticides. It is also a cause of hepatitis and liver injury.

Third, alcohol is not only the cause of liver disease. There are also other factors play a role in the development of liver disease. Many people are consuming more alcohol than the patient was taking, not all suffer from liver disease.